Polyferon may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Polyferon is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Polyferon alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION
Polyferon should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Polyferon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Polyferon should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Polyferon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Polyferon Syrup
Introduction
Polyferon is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anaemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry ox...
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Uses of Polyferon
Iron deficiency anemia
Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Side effects of Polyferon
Common
Nausea
Dark colored stool
Diarrhea
Constipation
How to use Polyferon
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Polyferon is to be taken empty stomach.
How Polyferon works
Polyferon is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.
What if you forget to take Polyferon?
If you miss a dose of Polyferon, please consult your doctor.
Brief Description
Indication
Iron-deficiency anemia
Adult Dose
Dosage and duration of therapy are dependent upon the extent of iron deficiency.
Adults: 10 ml once or twice daily
Child Dose
Dosage and duration of therapy are dependent upon the extent of iron deficiency.
Children (6 - 12 years): 10 ml daily
Children (2 - 6 years): 5 ml d...
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Contraindication
Hypersensitivity or intolerance to iron and overloading of iron in the body. Anaemia not caused by iron deficiency. Disturbances in iron utilisation, ...
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Mode of Action
Iron polymaltose is a water soluble, macro-molecular complex of iron (III) hydroxide and isomaltose. It is used in the treatment of iron-deficiency an...
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Precaution
Avoid concomitant parenteral and oral iron admin, oral iron therapy should start at least 1 wk after last iron inj. Parenteral: Pregnancy (2nd and 3rd...
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Side Effect
GI irritation, epigastric pain, stomach cramping, constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dark stools, heart burn, discoloured urine, teeth stainin...
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Interaction
Concurrent use with psychotropic drugs may worsen constipation. Increased systemic side effects with concomitant ACE inhibitors and parenteral iron ad...
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